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Hedgehogs & Badgers Nursery School # Hedgehogs & Badgers Nursery School Compare Contact Nursery Ofsted: Good (Mar 2022) · Albemarle Center, Appledore Gardens, Haywards Heath, RH16 2AQ · West Sussex Number of places 26 places Age range 2–4 yrs Last inspected Mar 2022 Local authority West Sussex About - About - Pricing - Ofsted - Inclusion - FAQ - [About](#about) - [Pricing](#pricing) - [Ofsted](#ofsted) - [Inclusion](#inclusion) - [FAQ](#faq) Email Nursery ## About this day nursery Hedgehogs Nursery School, established in 2014 by Mrs. Mack, offers a nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 2 years until they begin primary school. The nursery's philosophy, "Learning Together Through Play," is central to its approach, with dedicated and qualified staff encouraging early development through engaging activities. The school prioritises a happy, caring, and stimulating atmosphere, recognising the crucial and receptive nature of the pre-school years. They channel children's energy into carefully planned, challenging experiences, fostering individual development. The staff aim to be positive and encouraging, empowering children to explore new experiences and build self-confidence. The nursery believes motivated and happy children are eager learners, striving to equip them with essential skills for life and their future education. They offer a variety of experiences, including seven different play zones, teacher-led activities, healthy snack times with fruit, vegetables, milk, or water, and a new topic each half term. The facility also boasts a wonderful, large outdoor play area to complement the extensive indoor playrooms, promoting both physical and cognitive development. Our ethos The nursery's philosophy, "Learning Together Through Play," guides their approach, focusing on encouraging early development through engaging activities. They aim to create a happy, caring, and stimulating atmosphere where motivated and happy children are eager learners, developing essential skills for life and future education. They foster individual development by channeling children's energy into carefully planned, challenging experiences, empowering them to explore and build self-confidence. What it's like Children are welcomed by kind and smiling staff and quickly settle in, forming strong attachments. Staff have high expectations for behaviour and gently support children with challenges, helping them regulate emotions and recognise others' feelings. Children are motivated and focused, enjoying a stimulating environment where they develop skills for future learning. Learning Through Play Dedicated and Qualified Staff Extensive Indoor and Outdoor Play Areas ## Pricing & funding Pricing on request This nursery doesn't publish its fees online. Contact them directly for an up-to-date price list and availability. [Request pricing →](https://hedgehogsnurseryschool.co.uk/contact) ### Official Ofsted Report Independent inspection of Hedgehogs & Badgers Nursery School Inspection date Mar 2022 Inspection no. 10194240 Safeguarding arrangements are effective [Download full report (PDF)](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50182231)[View on Ofsted.gov.uk](https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/EY562802) Visit or enquire ### Book a show-around Most settings reply within 48 hours. Schedule a VisitContact NurseryJoin Waitlist Get in touch ### Contact Reveal phone number [ Visit website ](https://hedgehogsnurseryschool.co.uk/) Albemarle Center, Appledore Gardens, Haywards Heath, RH16 2AQ [© Mapbox](https://www.mapbox.com/about/maps) [© OpenStreetMap](https://www.openstreetmap.org/copyright/) [Improve this map](https://apps.mapbox.com/feedback/?owner=bettersearch&id=cmr0xkm3n001m01shcu7igkjr&access_token=pk.eyJ1IjoiYmV0dGVyc2VhcmNoIiwiYSI6ImNtcjB4NzVvNDA0ZTkycHF5Z3g3aWNtZWcifQ.h8Ni35tijJSAoESKsGArhg#/-0.09213/51.00647/14) [](https://www.mapbox.com/) ## Explore day nurseries near Haywards Heath - [Day nurseries in Haywards Heath](/search?q=Haywards+Heath) - [Day nurseries in South East](/search?q=South+East) Is this your nursery? Claim this listing to add photos, pricing, and respond to enquiries. [Claim this listing](/claim?nursery=hedgehogs-badgers-nursery-school-rh16-2aq-ey562802) ## Key facts Opening hours Monday - Thursday: 8am – 4pm, Friday: 8am – 3pm (Term times only) Food Healthy snacks provided (fruit, vegetables, milk or water) Age range 2 years to school age Term time / All Year Term Time Ofsted Inspection ## Ofsted rating for Hedgehogs & Badgers Nursery School Last inspected 23 March 2022 Safeguarding effective Overall effectiveness Good Quality of education Good Behaviour and attitudes Good Personal development Good Leadership and management Good What it's like to attend Children are welcomed by kind and smiling staff and quickly settle in, forming strong attachments. Staff have high expectations for behaviour and gently support children with challenges, helping them regulate emotions and recognise others' feelings. Children are motivated and focused, enjoying a stimulating environment where they develop skills for future learning. Inspector highlights - The provider and manager are ambitious leaders who know their children and community well. - Staff create a well-designed and sequenced curriculum. - Staff help all children to develop their communication and language skills. - Children enjoy lots of exercise and fresh air to support their physical skills and health. - Children find out about the environment as they discover the natural world. Areas to develop - 1 continue to support staff to plan activities and experiences that build on children's interests and extend their learning to a higher level - 2 increase opportunities for children to express their own creative ideas to help them to develop their thinking and to make independent choices Inspection #10194240 · Source: Ofsted [View full Ofsted report](https://files.ofsted.gov.uk/v1/file/50182231) ## What parents say Verbatim quotes recorded in the Ofsted inspection > Parents describe how their children thrive at nursery. Inclusion & environment ## How they support every child SEND provision Staff understand that some children need more support, such as those with special educational needs and/or disabilities. They engage in high quality interactions with children all day, listening carefully and asking meaningful questions to help children express themselves effectively, such as asking for help when they need it. Outdoor space Children enjoy lots of exercise and fresh air to support their physical skills and health. For example, they develop their movement and coordination as they run, chase hoops and play football in the large open space. Inspection history Most recent inspection 23 March 2022 Good Only one graded inspection on record — a trend chart will appear here once a second graded report is published. 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